2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (302 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Bentley | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Azure | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 108 L |